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When Did You Start Full Solids?
ElizabethAnne replied to MissErni31's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
At the beginning of my 4th week, I started a low-calorie, portion-controlled diet. -
I was told the carbonation can cause gas and it might cause the pouch to stretch. As others have said, "flat" soda is fine. I used to drink Diet Mountain Dew multiple times daily but find I no longer crave it.
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Welcome! I hope you'll be inspiring others with your success story someday.
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Maybe In The Zone And Fighting Mind Hunger!
ElizabethAnne replied to brokenwings's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I saw a turtle bead yesterday at Pandora---it is so cute! Deb has a wonderful idea with that bracelet! Julie, you have a great attitude about losing slowly, and I know you're right. Slowly is definitely better. And as momab50 once wrote, we didn't gain this excess weight overnight. -
Just A Little Sumthin Sumthin
ElizabethAnne replied to scorpiolady's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I've always enjoyed turtles but am now trying to gain an appreciation for the turtle's pace as I pray for patience and a fill. -
Werther's also has a sugar-free mint and a sugar-free coffee. Both are good, but I like the cinnamon flavor best. I found them at Wal-mart.
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Okay, perhaps I am obsessed with finding new foods to try since being banded, but I have discovered a couple of items I wanted to mention. I have learned about a lot of new products, thanks to others' postings on LBT. However, please keep in mind that I do live in a rural area, which generally means the product may have been around for awhile and that it simply hasn't been available in our geographical area. So when I say "new" foods, I guess I should say "newly available to me." First, for those who crave candy, Werther's Originals has a sugar-free version with cinnamon that is very good, with very few calories. And because I don't find them addictive like chocolate is, I can easily stop with 1-2 pieces. Secondly, I have been craving bread, pasta, French fries, popcorn, and many other carbs. This is Week Four of my post-surgery diet, which means I am allowed to have a multi-grain bread. I was a little concerned about that, though, and as badly as I wanted toasted bread, I wasn't willing to risk getting stuck. However, while I was waiting for my turkey at the deli-counter this week, I noticed a product by Flatout named Hungry Girl Foldit Flatbread. It has 90 calories per serving, with 7 g protein and 7 g of fiber. I toasted it and think it's wonderful!
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Maybe In The Zone And Fighting Mind Hunger!
ElizabethAnne replied to brokenwings's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I can relate to what you are saying. I go for my second dr. visit on Friday, July 27. I am so embarrassed that I have gained weight after having WLS. I walked 10 miles today and am hoping I will be able to lose the four pounds I gained while on vacation. Realistically, I know he's likely had another patient who has had the similar struggles, but on the other hand, I don't want to disappoint him because I've failed to follow the rules. I'd rather him chew me out than say little-to-nothing, which I am expecting him to do. I am hoping so badly for a fill. -
Deb, I haven't had any pain like you described and am sorry you're experiencing this. Did you call your doctor or did it go away?
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Maybe In The Zone And Fighting Mind Hunger!
ElizabethAnne replied to brokenwings's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I definitely struggled with mind hunger while we were on vacation. In past years, sadly, I ate pretty much what I wanted. Not all that I wanted as I did try to limit quantities, though. This year, I did not have control of my food environment as the same types of food were availablle to me that I'd had access to in the past. I found myself taking a bite of this and a bite of that. Not because I was hungry but rather because I wanted to taste the particular food. That bad behavior led to even more food cravings. I was able to stay out of the poor food choices most of the time, but I found myself substituting these cravings with healthy foods when I wasn't technically hungry. Therefore, I ate way too many calories. -
1St Really Stuck Episode Don't Wanna Do That Again!!!!!
ElizabethAnne replied to brokenwings's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Thanks for describing your stuck/sliming experiences, Deb. I don't want to be stuck, but I think I need to experience this. I gained 4 pounds on vacation. I am eating too much again , and I wasn't able to walk as much as I usually do. Today, I am super hungry but am back on-track. At least for now. -
Congratulations! Like momab50, I love your turtle bead idea!
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Post-Surgery Follow-Up Appointment Disappointment
ElizabethAnne posted a topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I met with my surgeon yesterday for my post-surgery follow-up visit. I was all set mentally for my first fill (one of his nurses had told me earlier that I would likely get one if I was having no complications), and guess what? No fill. He said he didn't think I needed one. He is a man of few words. In the short time I had his attention, I tried to persuade him that I am ravenous an hour or two after I eat and that I am losing at a steady rate only because I'm walking 10 miles daily and following the "rules" perfectly. He didn't seem concerned that I'm losing only because I am highly motivated right now. His focus seems to be solely on total weight loss. I do trust that he knows what he's doing, and I certainly didn't expect this weight loss journey to be easy--- guess I was just hoping for easier than it had been before. The positive side is that I won't have to worry about being too tight when my family and I are on vacation. -
Post-Surgery Follow-Up Appointment Disappointment
ElizabethAnne replied to ElizabethAnne's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Thanks, Deb, for the encouragement! That's exactly what my husband and I concluded. It stinks to have to wait another month to be considered for a fill, but I will get through it. -
Post-Surgery Follow-Up Appointment Disappointment
ElizabethAnne replied to ElizabethAnne's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
You're right, Judy. I need to be positive and am mostly past the disappointment. The last two days I've only walked 5 miles instead of 10 (due to the scorching heat), which has helped decrease the hunger pangs. I'm sorry you're having problems after you get a fill and am hoping you'll feel better soon. One pound a week with no exercise? That is awesome! Thanks for your reply. I appreciate your encouraging words. -
Protein Bar Nutrition Guidelines
ElizabethAnne replied to ElizabethAnne's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I've been wondering about her, too. Hopefully, she's just super busy. -
I talked to the dietitian, and she gave me some guidelines to follow when shopping for protein bars, which I thought might be helpful to others: Look for: 1. At least 14 grams of protein 2. Less than 20 grams of carbs If anyone finds a good one, would you please share the name of it? I looked at many labels yesterday but discovered most do not fit these guidelines. I did buy some chocolate peanut butter flavored ones at Target (Market Pantry brand) that almost fit (14 g protein/21 g carbs) the guidelines. They kind of, with an emphasis on "kind of", taste like a candy bar.
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Protein Bar Nutrition Guidelines
ElizabethAnne replied to ElizabethAnne's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Thanks, momab50! I'll look for some the next time I go to Walmart. Also, congrats on your weight loss! You are doing well! Keep working hard... -
Yay for you! Keep working hard and you will get there.
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Newbie From Chicago :)
ElizabethAnne replied to ashchap13's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
You might want to consider Centrum chewables for a multi-vitamin. Of course, check with your surgeon and dietitian. I have been using the chewables since before surgery. I buy them at Wal-mart. -
Newbie From Chicago :)
ElizabethAnne replied to ashchap13's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
No, Ashley, I've lost the 52 pounds since I had my pre-op visit with my surgeon in January. I asked him that day if I could start losing weight and he said yes. I've actually lost 11.8 pounds since surgery. As far as foods are concerned, I am on the Week 2-3 Post-Op Diet, and have been eating turkey, cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, lots of Jello with applesauce mixed in, Protein drinks, green Beans, baked potatoes (no skin), and pudding. Next week, I move to the Week 4 Diet, which is a regular low calorie, portion controlled diet. I can hardly wait. -
Newbie From Chicago :)
ElizabethAnne replied to ashchap13's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Welcome, Ashley! I don't live near you, but I want to encourage you to post your thoughts here at LBT. Before my surgery (June 5, 2012), I spent countless hours here and was able to gain a wealth of information. So far, I am happy I made the decision to be banded. I have not had a fill yet and am not experiencing any true restriction, but the thought of vomiting definitely helps me stay on the diet I was provided and control my portions. Consequently, I am losing weight and am motivated. I am hoping for a fill at my surgery follow-up appt. to help with the hunger. -
This is a great topic to post! I'm not to regular foods yet, but I have wondered the same thing. For now, I have been relying on protein shakes.
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Surgery June 29
ElizabethAnne replied to melissajester's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Yay for you! Your surgery date will be here soon. I remember feeling both nervous and excited. We all have different experiences, but recovery from the surgery wasn't nearly as difficult as I had anticipated. I hope your surgery goes well. Keep us updated, and be sure to ask any questions that you have. -
I have three post-op diets and each is slightly different. I met with a dietitian twice before surgery who gave me a post-op diet; a different dietician the day of surgery who provided a diet I was to follow; and I have a post-op diet from an Allergan booklet that my surgeon's staff provided during a pre-op meeting. I decided to follow the one that was given to me the day of my surgery because the dietitian stapled her card to it and said I could call her with questions, which I have done. I've been able to have soft foods on Weeks 2-3. The same types of foods carolinagirl2012 listed. Next week I move to the Week 4 diet, which is a regular low-calorie, portion controlled diet. I can hardly wait! Hang in there---you will eventually get through this! Neither dietitian used term "mushy" but rather "soft." I was told to think of the consistency of baby food.